Head to head
Mecalac TA6 vs Merlo P27.6 PLUS
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 499kW more power and is the bigger machine by 705kg.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Engine power: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 499kW more power.
- Operating weight: the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is the bigger machine by 705kg.
Specifications side by side
| Mecalac TA6 | Merlo P27.6 PLUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Operating weight | 4145 kg (9138 lb) to 4345 kg (9579 lb) | 4850 kg |
| Engine power | 55 kW (74hp) | 55,4 kW at 2,200 rpm |
| Payload | 6000 kg | - |
| Travel speed | 25 km/h | - |
| Load capacity | - | 2700 kg |
| Lifting height | - | 5.9 m |
Sources: Mecalac TA6, Merlo P27.6 PLUS. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TA6 if...
A 6 tonne site dumper for groundworks, drainage and general site haulage on UK sites, with a choice of front or swivel skip. It has a foldable ROPS bar with side protection gates.
Full TA6 specifications →Buy or hire the P27.6 PLUS if...
- you want one that has 499kW more power
- you want one that is the bigger machine by 705kg
A compact telehandler for building sites, farms, estates and landscaping where space is tight but 2.7 tonne lifts to about 6 metres are needed.
Full P27.6 PLUS specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Mecalac TA6 and the Merlo P27.6 PLUS?
The Merlo P27.6 PLUS has 499kW more power and is the bigger machine by 705kg. The Mecalac TA6 is a 6 tonne site dumper with straight or swivel skip; the Merlo P27.6 PLUS is a compact 2.7 tonne telehandler.
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